Key IPC challenges and solutions outlined by workshop participants in action plans
| Problem | Potential solution | Frequency, n=8 (%) |
|---|---|---|
| Lack plan and physical materials for screening booth | Build screening materials or booth | 7 (88) |
| Lack plan/materials for deliveries | Procure elbow gloves, delivery aprons, etc | 4 (50) |
| No latrines for suspect cases | Build a dedicated latrine | 4 (50) |
| Routine care requires contact | Obtain an electronic blood pressure machine | 4 (50) |
| Community members do not understand rationale for IPC | Increase community sensitisation on IPC and handwashing | 3 (38) |
| Handwashing among staff and patients is poor | Reinforce handwashing through signage; increase soap supply | 3 (38) |
| Lack a working incinerator | Build an incinerator or burning pit | 3 (38) |
| Lack an isolation area | Build an isolation area | 3 (38) |
| Lack fencing for facility | Put in fencing | 3 (38) |
| Water supply is inconsistent | Increase the supply of water | 3 (38) |
| Need to reinforce supervision, training or mentorship for IPC | Implement IPC supervision or peer mentoring | 2 (25) |
| Lack space for women postdelivery | Obtain mattresses for postnatal care | 2 (25) |
| Concerned PPE will run out | Ensure additional PPE is available | 1 (13) |
| Electricity is inconsistent | Address generator problems | 1 (13) |
| Lack safe area for PPE removal | Make space for a PPE removal area | 1 (13) |
HCW, healthcare worker; IPC, infection prevention and control; PPE, personal protective equipment.